Sowmini Prabhakar
@sowminiprabhakar
Passionate Life Skills Trainer dedicated to empowering individuals.
What I'm looking for
I am a Life Skills Trainer with a strong commitment to empowering individuals to achieve personal growth and independence. My experience includes designing and delivering dynamic workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions that focus on essential life skills such as communication, decision-making, financial literacy, time management, and emotional intelligence. I thrive in diverse environments, working with youth, adults, and individuals with special needs, and I pride myself on creating a supportive learning atmosphere that fosters confidence and self-sufficiency.
Throughout my career, I have developed and adapted training materials to ensure relevance and effectiveness in addressing skill gaps. My role at the American India Foundation involves creating assessments to evaluate learners' progress and providing personalized guidance to enhance their learning experiences. I am adept at collaborating with project stakeholders to implement strategies for continuous improvement, ensuring that participants are fully engaged and achieving the best possible outcomes.
In addition to my training expertise, I have a solid background in research and organizational development. My previous roles have equipped me with strong analytical skills and the ability to coordinate complex projects effectively. I am passionate about using my skills to make a positive impact in the lives of others and am always looking for opportunities to grow and develop in my professional journey.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Life Skills Trainer
American India Foundation
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
As a Life Skills Trainer, I empower individuals through dynamic workshops and one-on-one coaching, focusing on essential life skills such as communication, decision-making, and emotional intelligence. I design and adapt training materials to ensure relevance and effectiveness, while providing personalized guidance to enhance learning experiences.
Research Officer
Indian Institute of Health Management Research
Sep 2021 - Jul 2024 (2 years 10 months)
In my role as Research Officer, I coordinate and support research projects, ensuring high-quality work through the development of studies and analysis plans. I manage documentation and reporting, while supervising internal teams and external consultants for effective data collection and validation.
OD HR Executive
Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd.
Jan 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 9 months)
As an OD HR Executive, I implement organizational effectiveness strategies, oversee training initiatives, and conduct POSH training sessions. I monitor workplace dynamics and facilitate conflict resolution to enhance employee relations and operational efficiency.
Program Executive
Church of South India Board of Child Care
Nov 2013 - May 2019 (5 years 6 months)
In my role as Program Executive, I manage financial statements and budgets for child care units, ensuring compliance and effective resource allocation. I support program managers in action planning and provide counseling to staff for conflict resolution.
Project Coordinator
Centre for Rural Education Development & Innovative Technolo
Jan 2013 - Nov 2013 (10 months)
As a Project Coordinator, I create and assess training initiatives, design training plans, and develop materials for distribution. I also build databases and foster relationships with various stakeholders to enhance project outreach and effectiveness.
Training Coordinator
Vivekananda Institute of Leadership Development
May 2011 - May 2012 (1 year)
As a Training Coordinator, I designed and coordinated training initiatives, created training materials, and documented program outcomes. I collaborated with training managers to enhance program delivery and effectiveness.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mysore University
Master's degree, Social Work
2009 - 2011
Achieved a Master's degree in Social Work, emphasizing social welfare and community development.
Mahajana First Grade College
Bachelor's degree, Arts
2006 - 2009
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Arts General, focusing on various aspects of arts and humanities.
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